Liverpool manager Arne Slot has addressed ongoing fan concerns about the team’s playing style, admitting he understands why some supporters feel the football has not always been as exciting.
The discussion comes at a time when the Reds have still shown strong attacking moments, including their recent comeback performance highlighted by SoftFootball. That result showed Liverpool’s ability to combine resilience with attacking quality, though conversations around style and consistency remain active among supporters.
The club is also building towards long-term stability through recruitment and tactical evolution. Liverpool’s forward planning is reflected in moves such as the agreement to sign Jeremy Jacquet, a deal covered by SoftFootball as part of the club’s preparation for the future.
These developments underline Slot’s mission to create a team identity that blends results with attractive football. Speaking during the latest Reds Roundtable episode, Slot first highlighted what he considers the ultimate achievement for a manager.
He suggested in a video shared by the club’s official X account that success is not only defined by trophies but also by the quality of football a team produces.
Arne Slot said:
As a manager you can win the league, you can win the Champions League, you can win an FA Cup or a League Cup, but the biggest thing you can win is that you can play the nicest football to watch.
Slot then acknowledged that some supporters might disagree with his viewpoint, especially during challenging periods. However, he maintained that entertaining football remains a central part of his philosophy.
Arne Slot said:
Although at this moment of time fans might argue this a little bit, but it is absolutely something that I am aiming for.
The Liverpool boss also explained the key elements he wants his team to display regularly. He emphasised his preference for possession-based football combined with high-intensity pressing that keeps fans engaged throughout matches.
Arne Slot said:
I always want to have the ball, I want it to be intense, I want the fans to like what they see.
Slot showed honesty when addressing criticism from supporters, admitting that fan dissatisfaction affects him deeply. He revealed that he values supporter enjoyment as much as results or league standings.
Arne Slot said:
That is something I dislike the most, I would almost say even more than our results, even more than the league table, that not all of our fans or every single moment of the game see us as a joy to watch. And the hardest thing is I even understand because I agree with them.
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Despite this, Slot believes maintaining a clear football identity will benefit Liverpool in the long run.
Arne Slot said:
Trophies is one thing, but being a team or a club or a manager that stands for something that stands for good football is, I think, in the long term even worth more.
As Liverpool continue their 2025 to 2026 campaign, Slot’s comments highlight his determination to balance winning matches with delivering football that supporters genuinely enjoy watching.
